2022-06-17

Power Strut - Liftgate (Remove and Replace)

Correction code 11334202 0.18 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the above correction code and FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. To provide feedback on FRT values, email LaborTimeFeedback@tesla.com. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure proper PPE is worn when performing the below procedure.

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This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components. Provide corrections and feedback to ServiceDevelopment@teslamotors.com.

Remove

  1. Open the LH rear door.
  2. Remove the LH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
  3. Remove the LH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  4. Disconnect the liftgate power strut inline electrical connector.
  5. Release the grommet from the body, and then pull the electrical harness out through the opening.
  6. Install a hood prop to support the liftgate.
  7. Release the clip that attaches the liftgate power strut to the ball stud at the liftgate side.
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    Note
    The liftgate power strut is located on the LH side of the vehicle.
  8. Release the clip that attaches the liftgate power strut to the ball stud at body side, and then remove the strut from the vehicle.

Install

  1. Wipe both LH liftgate strut ball studs with a clean shop cloth or rag.
  2. Position the liftgate power strut onto vehicle, and then insert the electrical harness into body and install the grommet.
  3. Connect the liftgate power strut inline electrical connector.
  4. Install the clip that attaches the liftgate power strut onto the ball stud at the body side.
  5. Install the clip that attaches the liftgate power strut onto the ball stud at liftgate side.
  6. Remove the hood prop.
  7. Install the LH upper C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Replace).
  8. Install the LH mid C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Replace).
  9. Cycle the power liftgate 3x to verify operation.
  10. Close the LH rear door.